Director Of The Visible And Infrared Sensor Systems Department
The Aerospace Corporation
El Segundo, CA, United States
$185,100.00 - $277,600.00 py
On-site
Electro-optical sensor payloads and prototypes
Focal plane laboratory operations
Sensor characterization and test
Provide leadership to a multidisciplinary team dedicated to providing technical expertise in support of remote sensing mission areas for national security space customers
Job Summary
Provide leadership to a multidisciplinary team dedicated to providing technical expertise in support of remote sensing mission areas for national security space customers.
Oversee operations of a nationally recognized focal plane characterization laboratory and build and cultivate strategic partnerships across industry and customer stakeholders.
Drive the future of the department by developing top engineering talent and expanding technical capabilities to ensure the team stays ahead of advancements in anticipation of customer priority needs.
Matching Summary
Provide leadership to a multidisciplinary team dedicated to providing technical expertise in support of remote sensing mission areas for national security space customers.
Salary
$185,100.00 - $277,600.00
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Electro-optical sensor payloads and prototypes
Focal plane laboratory operations
Sensor characterization and test
EO/IR sensor system design and performance modeling
Sensor calibration
National security space customers
Nice-to-have
Shaping future technical excellence
Fostering cross-functional collaboration
Driving team performance and engagement
Cultivating a high-performing team
Key Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in a STEM-related field
10 years of experience with remote-sensing systems
Subject-matter expertise in detector physics, focal plane array development, radiometric characterization, EO/IR sensor calibration, or EO/IR sensor performance modeling
Proven ability to lead projects from concept to successful delivery
Experience working in or managing a heavy lab testing space